Picture this: You’ve just landed the job of building manager for a newly constructed commercial space, and you’re excited to make it the best work environment possible for the tenants. You want to create a space that is both functional and inviting.
In other words, you want natural light.
However, you soon realize there may be more viable options than installing traditional skylights. Good thing you’ve got a cost-effective solution: artificial skylights.
- Flexible Design Options
You can create a unique focal point that complements the design aesthetic of your commercial space with artificial skylights. Unlike traditional skylights, these lights come in various designs and can be customized to suit your office space’s unique needs.
Here are some of the other features you get that make this such a versatile option:
- Choose from multiple panel shapes and sizes, including square, rectangular, circular, and elliptical.
- LED panels can be adjusted to various color temperatures (examples: warm white, neutral white, cool white). This allows you to create the perfect ambiance for your commercial space.
- It can be installed on a variety of ceiling types, from drywall to suspended to drop ceilings.
- You can also pick from various dimming and control options, including remote control, wall switch, and smart home integration. This allows you to adjust the lighting to your liking.
- You can even design the panels to simulate the movement of clouds, creating an even more realistic and calming effect.
- Increase Safety
Is there a lot of heavy machinery in use in your office? Traditional skylights can pose a risk if installed incorrectly or if the glass shatters. On the other hand, artificial skylights are made with shatterproof materials. This is particularly important in industrial settings (think heavy machinery and equipment).
- Improve Air Quality
There's a good chance some employees working in your office have minor to severe allergies. However, traditional skylights can let in outdoor pollutants. Obviously, that’s not the case with artificial lights, as they filter out pollutants using specialized air-cleaning technology.
- Longevity, Durability
Artificial skylights are more durable than their counterparts because they’re resistant to weathering, corrosion, and UV radiation – all of which can cause discoloration and cracking.
This will also save money over time because artificial lights generally have a longer lifespan and require less maintenance.
- Enhance Security
Does your office use or store any high-value assets? You can install motion sensors and security cameras in and around the skylight. You can add other safety features, too, such as shatterproof glass and tamper-proof fixtures. These safety measures help prevent accidents and break-ins.
- Customizable Light Patterns
As mentioned in the section about flexible options, you can completely customize all your light patterns.
So, what does that mean from a practical standpoint? Say you want starry skies or a company logo to appear across your ceiling. Or maybe you'd like a "snowy blizzard" for those blazing hot summer days. Now you can create unique, memorable experiences for clients, visitors, and employees because of the artificial skylights, which reinforce your brand identity.
A Memorable Office
Artificial skylights offer benefits you won't get with traditional skylights. But the best part is that these lights are not only more cost-effective, but they’ll also make your office stand out for all those who step inside.
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